Radisson Hotel Group Elevates the Game with Tailored Hospitality Solutions for Athletes and Sports Fans
Following its role as the Official Accommodation Partner for L'Étape Dubai by Tour de France 2025 and the Official Hospitality Sponsor of the World Football Summit (WFS) Asia 2024, Radisson Hotel Group is setting new standards in seamless, athlete-focused hospitality.
Elevating the Athlete and Fan Experience
L'Étape Dubai by Tour de France 2025: As the official accommodation partner of this premier cycling event, Radisson Hotel Group hosted athletes, crew, and fans at Radisson Damac Hills and Park Inn by Radisson Dubai Motor City. Strategically located near key cycling routes, these hotels provide an optimal blend of comfort, wellness-focused amenities, and accessibility to enhance the experience of participants and attendees.
Radisson Hotel Group also hosted global sports industry leaders at World Football Summit Asia 2024 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Through its Sports Approved Program, Radisson Hotel Group offers a 360-degree hospitality solution tailored for athletes, teams, and event organizers ensuring specialized accommodations with performance-enhancing amenities tailored to sports teams.
Expanding its commitment to competitive excellence, Radisson Hotel Group has also introduced Esports Ready by Radisson Hotels, a first-of-its-kind hospitality program designed exclusively for esports teams and event organizers. With over 100 Esports Ready properties worldwide, this initiative offers high-speed connectivity, flexible services, and dedicated team-centric spaces, ensuring esports professionals can perform at the highest level.
'Sports have an unparalleled ability to bring people together, and at Radisson Hotel Group, we are committed to enhancing that experience through world-class hospitality,' said Tim Cordon, COO, Middle East, Africa & Southeast Asia Pacific, Radisson Hotel Group. 'Through initiatives like our Sports Approved Program and Esports Ready by Radisson Hotels, we aim to provide athletes, teams, and fans with tailored accommodations that enhance both performance and enjoyment.'
A Future-Forward Approach to Sports & Hospitality
As sports tourism continues to grow, Radisson Hotel Group is investing in strategic collaborations that redefine athlete-focused hospitality and elevate the fan experience beyond the stadium. With an expanding global footprint and a commitment to innovation in sports accommodations, Radisson is set to lead the industry in the years ahead.
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